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K frame replace?

Old Dec 24, 2006 | 03:41 PM
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K frame replace?

i built a 350 small block...to put in my "92 rs.. the headers im using are hooker comp long tube headers..my ? is does anyone know how to go around replacing the k frame...?
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headers wont fit unless i notch the k frame or buy a aftermarket one...

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Old Dec 24, 2006 | 04:16 PM
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From: 51°N 114°W, 3500'
Car: 87 IROC L98
Engine: 588 Alcohol BBC
Transmission: Powerglide
Axle/Gears: Ford 9"/31 spline spool/4.86
Support the engine from the top or completely remove it.

Disconnect the brake lines and anything else attached from the body to the k-member. Disconnect the brake lines at the flex hoses.

Disconnect the lower ball joint from the spindle.

Unbolt the 6 bolts from underneath and drop the old k-member down. The k-member and a-arms will come out as one assembly.
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Old Dec 25, 2006 | 03:41 PM
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Originally Posted by Stephen 87 IROC
Support the engine from the top or completely remove it.

Disconnect the brake lines and anything else attached from the body to the k-member. Disconnect the brake lines at the flex hoses.

Disconnect the lower ball joint from the spindle.

Unbolt the 6 bolts from underneath and drop the old k-member down. The k-member and a-arms will come out as one assembly.
dp ypu have to worry about the springs or anything?
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Old Dec 25, 2006 | 05:00 PM
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From: 51°N 114°W, 3500'
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Engine: 588 Alcohol BBC
Transmission: Powerglide
Axle/Gears: Ford 9"/31 spline spool/4.86
They'll come out when you disconnect the ball joints
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